OKC will officially host canoe slalom, softball events for 2028 Olympics

Oklahoma City will officially host canoe slalom and softball events during the 2028 Olympics after a vote by the Los Angeles City Council on Friday.

Friday, March 28th 2025, 2:10 pm

By: Tevis Hillis, Anna Denison

WATCH LIVE: Oklahoma City to Officially Host Canoe Slalom & Softball Events for 2028 Olympics

Oklahoma City will host canoe slalom and softball events during the 2028 Olympics after a vote by the Los Angeles City Council.

News 9 first reported this plan in 2024, but on Friday, the council officially voted and approved the venue plans for all Olympic events.

Organizers of the Los Angeles-based Games said they are prioritizing sustainability and utilizing existing world-class venues, making Oklahoma City a natural fit.

Riversport OKC, known for its state-of-the-art whitewater course, is set to host canoe slalom events.

Softball events will be held at Devon Park, a premier facility that has hosted numerous national and international competitions.

Tevis Hillis

Tevis Hillis, a proud Oklahoma native, anchors the weekend morning news. She also covers breaking news, education, and topics relevant to people in their 20s for her weekday audience. In addition to her on-air role, Tevis is an adjunct professor for OU Nightly, mentoring over 160 students each semester.